GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 77000887

Requisition No: 885712

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 77000887

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 77000887

Salary: $1,733.08 biweekly + benefits

Posting Closing Date: 11/08/2026

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FWC Mission Statement: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.

Position Number: 77000887

Title: Government Operations Consultant II

Salary: $1,733.08 biweekly + benefits

Supervisor: Will Burnett for inquiries: William.Burnett@MYFWC.COM

Broadband Code: 13-1111-04

Class Code: 2236

Region: Northwest

Class Title: Government Operations Consultant II

County: Leon

Working Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm

List of Subordinates Supervised: Two OPS Administrative Assistants

Residency Requirement: Tallahassee area

Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history record check.

Agency information:

Our organization: The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy.

Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself. The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment.

The Division of Habitat & Species Conservation is comprised of six Sections and two offices. This position works within the Office of Conservation Planning Services (OCPS) of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's Division of Habitat and Species Conservation.

Minimum Qualifications: A high school diploma and eight years of professional experience in systems analysis, management analysis, program planning, program research, program evaluation, or administrative work. A bachelor's degree can substitute for four of the eight years' experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Three or more years supervisory experience in a professional work environment. Three or more years of customer service in a prefessional work environment. Two or more years experience with State of Flordia records management including but not limited to records retention schedules, public records request and archiving.

Position Summary:

This position performs professional work in the development and implementation of plans, policies, and standards for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's (FWC) agency-wide project tracking system. Managed by the Division of Habitat and Species Conservation (HSC), Office of Conservation Planning Services (OCPS), the system provides accurate, accessible, and shareable information throughout the agency.

The position oversees project review records, the FWC project log, and the OCPS central inbox; facilitates the agency commenting process; and supports reporting, records management, data quality, and coordination among staff and external agencies. The position coordinates office-wide administrative functions, including human resources, purchasing, travel, contracts, vehicles, and technology inventory.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages and enhances the project tracking system, including data entry, transfer, editing, updating, analysis, and distribution. Provides technical assistance to users and monitors adherence to established standards.
• Oversee the OCPS central inbox and agency-wide project tracking system. Reviews incoming materials Thoroughly research projects and works with FWC staff to determine need for review, and ensures project information is entered, maintained, and distributed accurately.
• Facilitates the agency commenting process and ensures OCPS public records requests are handled according to applicable guidance and deadlines.
• Prepares reports and correspondence, maintains and archives records, assists staff with the project log, and works with the Office of Information Technology to address system issues and improvements.
• Serves as the primary OCPS human resources liaison, assisting managers with recruitment, hiring, onboarding, separations, and other personnel actions.
• Coordinates OCPS purchasing activities and provides staff with guidance on purchasing procedures, required documentation, and deadlines.
• Manages assigned contracts, including monitoring deliverables, invoices, payments, renewals, and required documentation.
• Develops and maintains office procedures and guidance for the project log, inbox, volunteer program, vehicles, and external communications. Reviews workflows and recommends improvements.
• Coordinates other office-wide administrative functions, including technology equipment inventory, vehicle administration, and travel support.
• Participates in OCPS planning and coordination meetings, assists with Conservation Planning Services Leadership Team meetings, and performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of data collection, analysis, records management, and basic management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including SharePoint.
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain productive working relationships with staff, managers, vendors, and external agencies.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to collect, evaluate, and analyze information; identify problems; document workflows; and recommend operational improvements.
• Ability to organize information for reports, correspondence, guidance documents, and other written materials.
• Ability to conduct fact-finding research and apply problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.

Desired Qualifications

• Two years of experience in records management or administering programs that receive, process, and monitor electronic documents is desired.
• Experience coordinating administrative functions such as human resources, purchasing, and contract management.
• Experience with State of Florida agency records management processes and SharePoint is preferred.
• Successful candidates will be able to coordinate accurate, timely processes involving multiple users and sources of information.

Applicants should include a cover letter and resume with their application.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.